What Librarians Earn in Canada

Uploaded 08/16/2011

In a blog I wrote that the librarian at my wife's school earns $90K a year. Some people found that laughable and I can only assume they think I am full of shit. This librarian that I personally know will earn that and receive a pension that will reflect her highest paid five years at the School Board. She is a member of the Separate Catholic School Union and as such is entitled to all pensions and benefits.

To give you an idea of what some librarians make in Canada I'll copy and paste some job postings.

From The Canadian Library Association: http://www.cla.ca/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Show_All_Jobs

I could only find one posting from OCSB for a library tecnician, but generally they earn half of what a Librarian earns. Keep in mind this job is a half time position and look at that salary. It is pro rated but if you double it and add full time, you exceed 80K at a starting position as a full fledged librarian.

Description: Under the general direction of the
Principal, the Library Technician operates the school library and
information services to meet the needs of staff and students; promotes
authors, books and special events; performs administrative functions
associated with the library and/or school; coordinates volunteers
activities; and performs other duties, as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a
Secondary school diploma, a 2-year Community College diploma i.e.
Library Technician, 2 years of related experience, expertise with
LibrarySoft, computer hardware and software, CD-ROMs, various AV
equipment and excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral and written
communication skills. Individuals possessing an equivalent combination
of education and experience may also be considered. The use of a
personal vehicle may be required.